Biological Sciences, BS

Microbiology / Molecular Biology

Concentration

Uncover the intricate world of microorganisms and molecular processes with our microbiology/molecular biology concentration. From exploring microbial diversity to understanding DNA replication and gene expression, you’ll gain hands-on experience in laboratory techniques, bioinformatics, and microbial ecology, becoming well prepared for a career in medical research, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and public health.

Location

On Campus

Required Semester Hours

120

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Program Highlights

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Nationally recognized faculty, including National Institutes of Health Research Fellows, a Fulbright Research Fellow, editors of national and international science journals, recipients of national and university research awards, and more

Million-dollar endowed chair devoted to environmental studies

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Molecular biology laboratories

Teaching/research greenhouse

Program Requirements

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What Can You Be?

Types of Jobs

Conservation biologist

Microbiologist

Medical laboratory technologist

Physician

Types of Employers

Medical, dental, pharmacy and professional fields

Federal government agencies

Pharmaceutical companies

Industry, particularly biotechnology firms

Contact Us

Biology Building Room 421

SLU Box 10736
Hammond, LA 70402

(985) 549-3740

biology​@southeastern.edu

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